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Monument · Ballina, New South Wales
The Big Prawn
A giant prawn of concrete and fibreglass at the entrance to Ballina, one of the Australian “Big Things,” restored and installed next to a parking area.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About The Big Prawn
The Big Prawn is a giant shrimp sculpture of concrete and fiberglass at the entrance to Ballina. It’s one of the so‑called Big Things — huge roadside sculptures that mark towns along Australia’s highways, like the Big Banana in Coffs Harbour.
The prawn was made for a former roadside complex and is promoted as the world’s largest model shrimp. When the land was sold to a chain of stores, the sculpture was restored and placed on a plinth beside the car park entrance.
It’s a quick photo stop, common for travelers driving the coastal route between Sydney, Byron Bay and Brisbane.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About 10 to 20 minutes.
Best time
Any time of day, on the way between the airport and Byron Bay.
How to get there
At the entrance to Ballina, beside the Pacific Highway, a few minutes’ drive from the town centre and the airport.
Tip
Combine the stop with the lighthouse and the beaches of East Ballina.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about The Big Prawn
Where is the Big Prawn located?
At the entrance to Ballina, beside the Pacific Highway, close to the town centre and the airport.
What are Australia’s Big Things?
Huge roadside sculptures that have become town landmarks, such as Ballina’s Big Prawn and Coffs Harbour’s Big Banana.
Is there a fee to see the Big Prawn?
No — it’s outdoors and located beside a car park, free to visit.